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Wisely Chosen Ground Wayside Exhibit
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Chesapeake Bay

Menokin
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Explore Menokin, a National Historic Landmark where history, architecture, and conservation meet. See the 1769 home of Francis Lightfoot Lee, witness innovative preservation in action, and walk trails through a protected Chesapeake Bay watershed landscape. Engage with exhibits, hands-on activities, and the powerful stories of those who shaped this place. Paddle Cat Point Creek, connect with nature, and uncover the past in a truly unique setting.

Shenandoah National Park

Series: Ranger Activity Reports
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Visitor and resource protection is responsible for law enforcement, emergency medical services, fire management, and search and rescue. If you have an incident to report in Shenandoah National Park, contact dispatch at (540) 999-3422.

Shenandoah National Park

October - December 2024
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Ranger Activity Report for October through December 2024.

Hopewell Culture National Historical Park

Plan Your Trip
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You can visit four public sites at Hopewell Culture National Historical Park! Let us help you plan your time for the best experience.

Valles Caldera National Preserve

Ranch Foreman's Cabin
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Known as the "Little House," this cabin housed the ranch manager. Like the Bond Cabin, cooking was primarily done outdoors until the Dunigan family remodeled in the 1980s. In both cabins, the additions can be easily recognized because they used vertical board/batten framing instead of horizontal logs. This cabin had continual ranch management use from 1918 up until the early 2000s. It was featured in the show Longmire.

Valles Caldera National Preserve

Bond Cabin
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Built in 1918 and known as the "Big House," it served as a seasonal home for the Bond family and functioned as the official ranch headquarters. The living room fireplace and wood-burning stove heated the building, and the cooking was done mostly outdoors. An outhouse was used until the Dunigan family remodeled in the 1980s.

Palo Alto Battlefield: History Stands Tall, Thanks to the Great American Outdoors Act
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By using the expertise of a MAT team, Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park maximized the impact of GAOA funding, demonstrating how specialized teams efficiently address critical needs in parks across the country. Learn how Palo Alto Battlefield stands ready to continue sharing its stories of courage and sacrifice, thanks to this vital project.

Grand Teton National Park

Jenny Lake Climbing Exhibit
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Summit the Teton mountain peaks at this climbing exhibit. Learn about women alpinists, touch multiple elevation benchmarks, and scope out the different peaks.

Grand Teton National Park

Jenny Lake Gateway to Wilderness
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Interpretive signs introduce the idea of "wilderness". As you head to the western side of Jenny Lake, the developed front country area slips away into an undeveloped, primitive world.

Grand Teton National Park

Jenny Lake Store
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The Jenny Lake Store offers firewood, ice, clothing, souvenirs, and snacks and is conveniently located near the Jenny Lake Visitor Center and campground.

Investing in Our Future – The Great American Outdoors Act and Youth Corps Make a Difference at César E. Chávez National Monument
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César E. Chávez National Monument is undergoing significant rehabilitation work made possible by several funding sources including the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA). The project addresses deferred maintenance, such as replacing the irrigation system, repairing cracked and missing stucco surfaces of site walls and columns, and painting all site walls and columns. and more.

Northern Neck National Heritage Area
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Just a short drive from many Mid-Atlantic cities, the Northern Neck National Heritage Area offers a journey back in time. Whether for a day, weekend, or week, you’ll find endless opportunities to explore history, enjoy coastal charm, and experience natural beauty. From historic sites to scenic byways, there’s always something new to discover in this unique corner of Virginia.

Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance Program

Shaping Tomorrow's Trails: Denali Borough's Visionary Outdoor Recreation Plan
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To enhance outdoor recreation opportunities across a region the size of Vermont and Delaware combined, the Denali Borough has crafted a comprehensive Community and Outdoor Recreation Plan designed to transform how residents connect with their spectacular surroundings.

Yellowstone National Park

Canyon Yellowstone Adventure Store
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Located at Canyon Village, this store offers camping and outdoor gear, footwear, fishing supplies, and gifts for purchase.

Yellowstone National Park

Grant Village General Store
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Located at Grant Village, this general store has groceries, ice cream, souvenirs, apparel, footwear, and outdoor supplies available for purchase.

Bryce Canyon National Park

RV Dump Station
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This RV Dump Station is typically open spring - fall, closing for the season when overnight temperatures fall below freezing. The dump station is located at the south end of North Campground and can be used by any visitor for a $5 use fee. No use fee applies for those with a campground reservation in the park. Potable water is available.

Greenwich Village Historic District
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Greenwich Village Historic District’s reputation for dynamism can be attributed to its history of emerging artists and writers as well as the political unrest and activism of its inhabitants. With the rise of the counterculture movement during the 1960s, Greenwich Village’s Washington Square Park became a hub for writers and musicians. In 1969, LGB residents of Greenwich Village pushed back against police harassment at the Stonewall Inn.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Appalachian Clubhouse
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A large restored clubhouse rebuilt in 1934 and now available for daytime rental.

Mrs. Recy Taylor (1919-2017)
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Mrs. Recy Taylor was just 24 years old when she was brutally raped by six white men in Alabama. Upholding the Black woman's tradition of testimony and protest, Taylor actively participated in the pursuit to bring her attackers to justice. Though the men were acquitted in two separate trials, Taylor's courage speaks to the resolve of Black women to channel their pain and anger into political anger. We honor Taylor as an ancestor for teaching us a lesson on courage.